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5 Best Wedding Venues in San Ramon The Ultimate Guide to the Best Wedding Venues in San Ramon(with pricing and photos)  Are you looking for wedding venues in San Ramon? With so many options to choose from in the Tri Valley area, it can be pretty difficult in choosing a location. Read below for the 5 best San Ramon wedding venues to get started in your wedding planning for your big day! Canyon View Event Center Rental Fee: $495 – $2,995Ceremony Fee: starts at $950 The Canyon View Event Center space offers contemporary and elegant wedding hosting spaces. It is a private events space with a host of indoor and outdoor wedding sets with breathtaking scenery and expansive views of the tri-valley area through its stylish ballroom windows. The Canyon View event center is perhaps known for its unbeatable location, tantalizing Italian-American cuisine, and warm hospitality. It can host up to 920 people at a time but seated the outdoor spaces will hold 350 people, and indoor areas 450 people. The venue offers panoramic views of the San Ramon countryside, and the venue provides most of the bells and whistles you’d want in an event space. It can host everything from engagement parties, mini weddings and are weddings with ease hence why it is considered one of the best wedding venues in San Ramon, CA. Canyon View Event Center Wedding Gallery San Ramon Marriott Rental Fee: $850 – $4,800 The San Ramon Marriott has been one of the most popular wedding venues in San Ramon CA. For one, it is an incredibly stylish place, and setting it up for any wedding is simple. Since it is a hotel, you get fantastic facilities to go with too. Its convenient location in the East Bay gives it access to plenty of entertainment and dining spots too. It offers guests convenient accommodation, but the highlight is the abundant event space to host most average-size weddings. It is upscale and makes the perfect spot to get hitched in style. Little Hills Ranch Rental Fee: $4,825 – $5,970 The Little Hills Ranch is a wedding venue, picnic, and event space in the East Bay that offers a romantic, rustic and elegant venue to fit weddings of all styles. Located in the middle of the Las Trampas Regional wilderness, it is a scenic and intimate setting to say “I do” in style. It offers 25 acres of tranquil and secluded venues under majestic redwoods and stately oaks for that picture-perfect wedding, be it a micro wedding, elopements, or weddings with over 100 guests, making it one of the more flexible wedding venues in San Ramon. They offer bridal and groom party suites, set up and cleanup services, complimentary guest parking, seating, silverware and utensils, and many other services upon the couple’s request. It is an extremely flexible site and certainly deserves a spot among the best San Ramon wedding venues. San Ramon Golf Club Ceremony Fee: $595 – $995Packages: start at $54/person Set in the heart of the San Ramon Valley, San Ramon Golf Club is one of the more stylish Contra Costa wedding venues in San Ramon. It provides glimmering water views and a romantic atmosphere for any couple wishing to have their special day just outside San Francisco. The golf course works exclusively with Wedgewood Banquet services to host any events to the standard, values, and quality upheld by the San Ramon Golf Club. It has a breathtaking ceremony site under willow trees beside a softly wavy lake and a bubbling waterfall to make for one of the most romantic San Ramon wedding venues. The reception area is a great banquet room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a dance floor, and a sunken bar to make for one classy affair all through. Canyon Lakes Golf Course & Brewery Canyon Lakes Golf Course & Brewery is a public golf course with a restaurant and microbrewery in the East Bay, making it one of the more popular Sunday wedding venues in San Ramon CA for its casual vibe. It offers sweeping views of the San Ramon Valley and has outdoor and indoor event spaces. The indoor event space has undergone a recent remodeling to accommodate up to 150 guests. Your package at the Canyon Lakes Golf Course & Brewery signs you up to a full bar and lounge area, a fully equipped kitchen, onsite catering services, and an outside event area. The uncovered outdoor space is your blank canvas to put your mark on, but you could also customize the indoor space to make the wedding of your dreams. Conclusion If you’re flexible with location, take a look at these Pleasanton wedding venues for more options! Interested In More Information? Please Fill Out the Form Below! 415 756 9335  ianchinphotography@gmail.com

18 Best Redwood Forest Wedding Venues The Ultimate Guide to the 18 Best Redwood Forest Wedding Venues(with pricing and photos)    Redwood forest wedding venues are a popular choice and it’s not hard to see why. Rather than a bare field decorated with flowers, redwood forests bring nature into the fold as the trees play a role in the overall appeal of the wedding. They give a woodsy charm to your special day, and thousands of couples choose to embrace the cathedral-like grandeur and majesty of redwoods—especially in the ancient redwood forests of California. Here is a list of the top redwood forest wedding venues that will make for a spectacular outdoor wedding come alive. Ovy Camp (San Gregorio) Rental Fee : $13,000 – $19,000 (rate includes 130 beds between lodging accomodations)Rental Period: Friday at 11am – Sunday at 1pmCapacity: up to 200 guests OVY Camp and Event Center can be rented by the weekend (exclusive use) for an incredibly reasonable price. It is one of the more flexible and affordable redwood wedding venues in the Bay Area. They provide the backdrop – you choose the rest. You are not tied down to a list of caterers, photographers, or event suppliers – assemble your own vendor team at no additional cost.  Check out my blog post on an OVY Camp wedding for more info https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-9bvDRopSo Muir Woods (Mill Valley) Muir Woods is a stunning location to visit, let alone get married in. The picturesque nature of Muir Woods and the central location between San Francisco and Napa Valley makes it a very popular spot to celebrate. This place would also be a great opportunity to make an entire trip out of your wedding, with tons of things to see and do, as well as excellent cuisine to try a few miles away.  Read my Muir Woods wedding guide for more info https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHcJNX09nCk Mountain Terrace (Woodside) Rental Fee : $2,500 – $4,500 (ceremony only) With decades-old trees acting as a wedding ceremony backdrop, The Mountain Terrace is the ideal setting for anyone who appreciates natural beauty and basking in the sun and fresh air. With a recently remodeled mega deck, they allow several options for outdoor and indoor receptions, making this redwood wedding venue a great choice.  Read more about The Mountain Terrace with my walkthrough https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibmrGG9xbac&t=1s Old Mill Park (Mill Valley) Rental Fee : $125 – $275 / hourRefundable Deposit : $100 – $1,000 Located in Mill Valley across the Golden Gate Bridge, Old Mill Park is one of the most popular venues for weddings in San Francisco and perfect for those who love nature. They have a separate ampitheater that comes with its own staging and seating, making it a convenient wedding venue in San Francisco for large and small weddings.  Check out my Ultimate Planning Guide for an Old Mill Park Wedding photo by Ian Chin Photography Sanborn County Park (Saratoga) Rental Fee: $495 reservation fee + $120 wedding fee + $6/vehicle parking feeCapacity: up to 300 guests For those who want an outdoor wedding venue in nature, this is arguably one of the best redwood wedding venues for its combination of beauty, weather, and price. With the grove of redwood trees acting as the perfect ceremony backdrop, this outdoor wedding venue is one of the most popular and affordable redwood wedding venues in the Santa Clara county area.  Check out my Sanborn County Park wedding guide for more info   photo by Ian Chin Photography LETS TALK ABOUT REDWOOD WEDDING VENUES UC Berkeley Mather Redwood Grove (Berkeley) Rental Fee: $1500 – $8500 Capacity: up to 200 guestsEmail: gardenrentals@berkeley.edu The centerpiece of the Mather Redwood Grove is the intimate Townsend Amphitheater, the setting for fantasy forest weddings. The bridal party walks under the towering redwood canopy to meet the gathered guests at the amphitheater and solemnize their union in this magnificent cathedral of redwoods. Check out my UC Berkeley Botanical Garden wedding guide for more info Deer Park Villa (Fairfax) Deer Park Villa is one of my favorite redwood wedding venues that will exceed your every expectation, not just with its natural beauty but also its convenient location near San Francisco. It is one of the prettiest Marin County wedding venues and features the best of both worlds : an indoor venue and a grove of towering redwoods. Check out my Ultimate Planning Guide for a Deer Park Villa Wedding SF Botanical Garden (San Francisco) Rental Fee: starting at $875Capacity: up to 70 guests The Redwood Grove is a tucked-away gem in the middle of the SF Botanical Garden, surrounded by towering redwood trees that create a setting similar to a Muir Woods wedding. It is currently only available for weekend ceremonies and has a 2 hour rental period. Check out my SF Botanical Garden wedding guide for more info Saratoga Springs (Saratoga) Rental Fee: $1000 – $6950 With towering trees surrounding you, this redwood forest wedding venue features only one indoor area, the Creekside Room, because the whole point of being here is to immerse yourself in nature! This large outdoor property offers 6 total ceremony locations, each ranging in guest size but all offering the beautiful outdoors of the South Bay Area. Check out this Saratoga Springs wedding guide for more info Outdoor Art Club (Mill Valley) Rental fee: $5,000 – $5,400 The Outdoor Art Club is a Mill Valley nonprofit organization that seeks to preserve and promote natural outdoor spaces. As such, it is one of the more surprisingly affordable Marin County wedding venues centrally located in Mill Valley. It offers a nice secluded location for an outdoor ceremony with a reception following in the century-old clubhouse.  Waterfall Lodge (Ben Lomond) Rental Fee: $7,800 – $22,900 Waterfall Lodge is a gorgeous redwood forest wedding venue in the Santa Cruz mountains. It offers a choice of two sites for weddings wide terrace and patio areas for cocktail parties and dining in the middle of uplifting redwood scents. A reclaimed wood barn makes up the dancing area and some chic 1970’s style cabins for accommodation—summer camp style. It

8 Best Wedding Venues in Palo Alto CA The Ultimate Guide to the 8 Best Wedding Venues in Palo Alto CA(with pricing and photos)   If you are looking for the best wedding venues in Palo Alto CA you have come to the right place! Located in the heart of the Peninsula, there are plenty of Palo alto wedding venues to choose from including lush gardens, gorgeous ballrooms, poolside venues, and intimate banquet spaces. Scroll down to see the wide variety of wedding venues in Palo Alto CA to help in planning your celebration. University Club of Palo Alto Rental Fee: $1,500 – $3,500 (varies based on member/nonmember and spaces reserved)Deposit: $1,000 The modern bride and groom will love the industrial fixtures and beautiful simplicity of the University Club at Palo Alto. This Palo Alto wedding venue offers both indoor and outdoor areas for holding marriage ceremonies and receptions. Indoors, you’ll find a large space with high ceilings and hardwood dance floors. Outdoors, the grounds include a pergola where you can exchange vows and an area shaded by a hundred plus year old tree. Check out this University Club of Palo Alto Wedding  Elizabeth Gamble Garden Rental Fee:  $100/hour (6 hour min.) for weekdays May-Oct. and weekends Nov.-Apr., $1,200 (8 hour min.) for weekends May-Oct. Capacity: 50 guests Among outdoor wedding venues in Palo Alto, Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden stands out for having a serene garden in the heart of Palo Alto. The lush gardens and the historic home make it a coveted wedding venue for all the good reasons. There are three distinct venues—Wisteria Garden, Rose Garden, and Tea house patio within the venue that can hold up to 50 guests per wedding. It offers an easy venue to decorate, but not that you need to! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ow2rJpZw4HM Allied Arts Guild (Menlo Park) Rental fee: $4KCapacity: 140 guests If you enjoy art, you will undoubtedly enjoy this Fremont wedding venue. It has a stunning structure that any art enthusiast would like. It is encircled by beautiful, seasonal gardens, lovely fountains, and vibrant frescoes. It has an unrivaled beauty.  Check out this Allied Arts Guild wedding guide for more info Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club Rental Fee: $2,500 – $3,500Food & Bev Minimum: $15,000 The Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club is one of the wedding venues in Palo Alto CA that offers a whole suite of indoor and outdoor wedding venues. You can say cheers forever in a classy, beautiful, and timeless venue with a waterfall, rolling greens, and lush greenery in the backdrop. It offers a welcoming atmosphere and makes an ideal space for small and large weddings. A large wedding could use the Grand Ballroom, which can hold up to 275 guests and offers floor or ceiling windows to the golf course on three sides and a cascading waterfall. Smaller weddings can use the Members dining room, which is equally as beautiful and can be turned into an intimate candle-lit reception venue at night. El Prado Hotel Contact for pricing You probably know it by its previous name, Garden Court Hotel. El Prado creates the Spanish open-air living ambiance and surprisingly feels very homely, perhaps because it resonates with the surrounding residential estates. The new facility opens its doors to the public on October 1, 2021, but it has been a traditional venue for many weddings in Palo Alto for us to ignore. This is one of the more luxurious wedding venues in Palo Alto but in a subdued and relaxed way with modern decor. Check out this El Prado Hotel wedding guide for more info Four Seasons Hotel Packages: $140 – $185 per person For the urban chic couple, the Four Seasons Hotel in East Palo Alto is an excellent choice of venue. Known for the expert service of its on staff wedding specialists and gorgeous decor, this is one of those wedding venues in Palo Alto CA that you know provides the best of both worlds – excellent service and an elegant setting. Another great feature is you can avoid traveling to a different location for your wedding night and just book a hotel room! Just another perfect touch to a perfect hotel wedding venue in Palo Alto CA. Woodside Village Church Rental fee: $1200- $3000Capacity: 170 guests This is the place to be if you want a traditional Christian wedding with a stunning vista. This church contains a historic chapel, which is the ideal location for exchanging vows. There is a spacious hall with all the amenities for the reception. The Sea by Alexander’s Steakhouse Contact for pricingCapacity : 275 guests You come to The Sea by Alexander’s Steakhouse for its amazing ambiance and fantastic seafood. That said, it has many private dining areas, and this versatile venue can accommodate weddings of many styles. The venue has a capacity of 275 guests and has options for indoor and outdoor seating for the wedding ceremony and receptions. It has unique decor with waterfalls, koi ponds, lush foliage, and quaint footbridges, just to name a few.  The Woman’s Club of Palo Alto Rental Fee: $4,000 (Sat), $3,000 (Fri/Sun), $300/hr (Mon-Thurs)Deposit: $1,000 Customize your wedding and bring your favorite vendors to the Women’s Club of Palo Alto. This venue allows you lots of freedom to make the space exactly as you want it. It will fit under 100 guests perfectly, with plenty of room for dancing, dining, and whatever other entertainment you wish to provide. You can’t go wrong when you book the Women’s Club of Palo Alto for your wedding. Harmony Hall & Courtyard Rental Fee: $3,500 – $7,000 The Harmony Hall & Courtyard is here for you if your guest list goes above 150 guests. It is an affordable Palo Alto wedding venue that provides large indoor and outdoor spaces to host weddings and events of up to 350 guests. It offers excellent bare-bones and flexibility for you to put your mark on with the décor. There are plenty of possibilities to create your dream wedding, and the well-landscaped grounds, wooded surroundings, and ballrooms offer the detachment

How to Plan a Hakone Estate and Gardens Wedding Ultimate Guide for Planning a Hakone Estate and Gardens Wedding(complete with pricing and photos) Many couples choose to have a Hakone Estate and Gardens wedding because of its gorgeous natural backdrop that makes it a perfect choice for an outdoor ceremony. Its unique and beautiful setting offers anywhere from a koi pond, bamboo garden, and wooden bridge that offer photogenic backdrops for your wedding day. Read below for more reasons why a Hakone Estate and Gardens wedding might be best for you. TLDR  – With a koi fish pond, pink Sakura, and a waterfall, the Hakone Estate and Gardens wedding evokes a Japanese garden theme.– Available ceremony times: 10am – 11am & 5pm – 10pm, overtime billed $500 per hour– The Hakone Estate and Gardens ceremony can host 150 guests; the reception can seat 60 guests indoors + 40 guests seated on the nearby decks.– The cost of a wedding at Hakone Estate and Gardens begins at $500 and will vary on the amount of guests.– Packages available equipped with traditional wedding preparations, etc.– Elopements on weekdays are allowed 10AM – 3PM Why a Hakone Estate and Gardens Wedding When Oliver and Isabel Stine started a Japanese garden as their escape to remind them of their voyages to Japan, they couldn’t imagine what their humble 18-acre garden would turn out to be. The main gate looks like something you will find in a Japanese village, pink Sakura tree blossoms pave the path for you, and a cascading waterfall and a koi fish pond make up the scene. If you have always dreamed of an evening wedding, this is the venue for you because Hakone estate and Gardens stay open to the public until 5:00 pm. Events begin after the gates have been closed to the public.  Photo by Ian Chin Photography Hakone Estate and Gardens Wedding Cost Rental Fee: $500 – $7500 depending on detailsCapacity: 60 guests (indoors). 180 guests (outdoors)Hours: 5PM – 10PM You are allowed to host a ceremony from 10 am to 11am and from 5 pm to 10 pm, and any overtime is billed at $500 per hour. Ceremony-only packages start from $550 to $2250, and reception-only packages will cost between $1500 to $7500. You can also book the ceremony and reception packages which will range from $2100 to $7500. How to Book a Hakone Garden Wedding Email: Events@Hakonegardens.orgPhone: 408-741-4957Website: https://www.hakone.com/weddings-and-receptions Hakone Estate and Gardens Elopements Rental Fee: starting at $550 weekdays from 10 am to 3 pm You can host your elopement at the Wisteria Pavilion, Tea House Garden, Moon Bridge, and Upper Wisteria Pavilion and still get most of the benefits of a full wedding. Afterwards, taking advantage of the redwood trees, bamboo forest, and koi pond is suggested for photos! What’s Included Pre-event meetings, walk-through, referrals, and consultations with Event Manager Photo shoot Set up and break down time before and after the event Free admission and parking for guests Ceremony rehearsal time Dressing area for Bride Hakone Event Staff (day of your wedding) Chairs and tables Ceremony chair setup and breakdown Membership for one year Admission Pass Access to our gardens during your entire event Best Time for a Hakone Estate and Gardens Wedding Hakone Estate and Gardens Wedding Photos Interested In More Information? Please Fill Out the Form Below! 415 756 9335  ianchinphotography@gmail.com Related Posts on the Blog

How to Plan a Terra Mia Vineyards Wedding Ultimate Guide for Planning a Terra Mia Vineyards Wedding in Paso Robles(complete with photos and videos) A Terra Mia vineyards wedding is a magnificent event set on 30 acres of lush vegetation and stunning views of the Paso Robles Hills. It offers a serene but charming and secluded location for you and your wedding party to have a memorable wedding deep in California’s wine country. It gives off a simple rustic elegance with a majestic stream bed and waterfalls punctuating the scenery. Why a Wedding at Terra Mia Vineyards There is always something special about a vineyard wedding. And if you are on the central coast, it is one of those beautiful places you pass on a daily but barely find a moment to relish it. A Terra Mia vineyards wedding is an opportunity to tick some of the bucket list items on your wedding wish list. It offers incredible photo opportunities and a canvas to create some amazing shots for any style of wedding. It is synonymous with heart-melting events, and even miles away from home, you won’t feel like you will be missing anything. Terra Mia Vineyards Wedding Cost Rental Fee: $5,900 – $7,900 Terra Mia Wedding Venue Walkthrough https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YovPev5VRIE Terra Mia Vineyards Wedding Facilities and Capacity Terra Mia Vineyards can host weddings with up to 200 guests. It offers a variety of event spaces, including a barrel room fit for cocktails. But there’s more. Also awaiting you are several alfresco spaces for bride and groom parties. The amphitheater is the main wedding and reception space, but you can choose to have your wedding by the lakeside if you want a stunning lake view backdrop for your wedding. The tranquil lake, quaint natural stone footpaths, wood bridges, a sandy beach track, and many other features make the venue characterful, and any wedding here is bound to be exceptional. Besides the gorgeous venue, your Terra Mia vineyards wedding package will give you access to a bridal suite bar and a rustic barn with a beer tap system, bridal showers, seats, and tables, and a full-service catering pad. Onsite accommodation is also available, with a newly renovated guest house welcoming guests for a weekend stay. It is within easy access of the best wineries and hotels Paso Robles has to offer, and seeing as it is only two miles away from 101 Freeways, your guests get to enjoy the ultimate convenience. Terra Mia Vineyards Wedding Need to Knows If you choose to have your wedding at Terra Mia Vineyards, you must be aware that you don’t need to have your catering team. The venue handles all food and beverage requests, but there is a minimum order amount for food and beverages. This is directly linked to the number of guests you plan on having. Likewise, you will not be charged a rental fee for reception and ceremony as it comes tied to your food and beverages package. Every wedding is allowed a maximum of 6 hours. Don’t worry, though. This excludes setup and cleaning time, so you will have ample time to get everything right. It’s worth noting that the 6 hours is a general guide. You can negotiate extra hours at an added cost. For entertainment, you can access play amplified music indoors up to midnight, and smoking is also only permitted in designated smoking areas. Conclusion Terra Mia vineyards rolling hills, olive orchards, and majestic oak trees provide an ample venue to host your reception after your ceremony. It is a remarkable spot in the wine country that has an approximate capacity of up to 150 people. It can accommodate most tastes, and even the pickiest visitors will certainly find something to admire. It offers flexible spaces to decorate, and the onsite catering staff treats every visitor with kindness and thoughtfulness. They are there to help you create immensely sweet and memorable moments on your special day. If you’d like to discuss your wedding, please CONTACT ME and I’d love to chat! Interested In More Information? Please Fill Out the Form Below! 415 756 9335  ianchinphotography@gmail.com 762 10th Ave San Francisco, CA 94118

17 Best Livermore CA Wedding Venues The Ultimate Guide to the 17 Best Livermore CA Wedding Venues(with pricing and photos)  Why Choose Livermore CA Wedding Venues If you plan on having your wedding in the Tri Valley area, there are plenty of Livermore wedding venues to choose from to add to your celebration.  For starters, you have to consider the style of wedding you want to have and the aesthetic. Do rolling hills, vineyards, or ballrooms catch your eye? Below are some of my favorite options for Livermore CA wedding venues to help you in your wedding planning. Palm Event Center (Pleasanton) Rental Fee + F&B Min: $39,000+Capacity: up to 300 guestsHours: 6PM – 12AM (end by 11PM) Check out this Palm Event Center Wedding for more info Casa Real (Pleasanton) Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery is one of the most popular Livermore CA wedding venues, so you know you will have a stunning wedding. Surrounded by vineyards, this venue is an exquisite collection of beautiful indoor spaces with fireplaces, crystal chandeliers, and a courtyard filled with lush foliage and sparkling fountains.  photo by Ian Chin Photography Murrieta’s Well Murrieta’s Well radiates a uniqueness and timelessness that makes it ideal for weddings with up to 100 guests. A fascinating destination, this historic stone vineyard is a stunning example of California architecture in the early time. Check out my guide on planning a Murrieta’s Well Wedding for more info Garre Winery – Bella Rosa If you want an indoor and outdoor wedding venue set in the middle of vineyards and Italian cypress trees, then the Garre Bella Rosa Winery is the venue for you. It is one of the larger Livermore wedding venues that can host up to 370 guests. Check out my Garre Winery Wedding Planning Guide for more info Check out my Garre Winery wedding video for a real wedding Wente Vineyards Established in 1883, this wedding venue can accommodate up to 300 guests and offers full service. You can conduct your wedding on a beautifully kept lawn for an outdoor ceremony or inside a mission-style event space. Check out my planning guide for a Wente Vineyards Wedding Poppy Ridge Golf Course Poppy Ridge Golf Course offers an outdoor ceremony location with rolling hills and a golf course in the background. Check out my planning guide for a Poppy Ridge Golf Course wedding The Purple Orchid Resort and Spa Rental Fee + F&B Min: $23,000+Capacity: up to 120 guestsHours: 2PM – 10AM (20 hours) In California’s wine country, you might still want to have a resort-style wedding, and The Purple Orchid Resort and Spa offers you just that. It is available for outdoor ceremonies and offers tranquil surroundings for your wedding. The olive orchard provides the perfect backdrop to say your “I Do’s,” and its orientation in the sun makes for some fantastic sunset shots.  CONTACT ME TO DISCUSS LIVERMORE WEDDING VENUES Reinstein Ranch With dreams of a barn wedding, turn to Reinstein Ranch to make it happen for you. It is one of the few Livermore CA wedding venues that offer sprawling acreage on a woodland and rolling hill for the perfect blend of urban and country charm. There is plenty of space for outdoor ceremonies, and a 600-year oak tree sounds like the perfect place to say your vows under.  Del Valle Winery If you’ve always dreamed of having a lovely vineyard wedding, this place is ideal for you. The winery invites weddings, parties, and rehearsal dinners with breathtaking views of the vines and event rooms surrounded by beautiful flora. Up to 120 guests can be seated in the Barrel Room without feeling crowded. Check out this Del Valle Winery Wedding Planning Guide Rios Lovell Winery It’s time to fall in love again, but with this lovely setting. This location is surrounded by the breathtaking Merlot Vineyard and is located in Livermore Valley’s Wine Country. It makes the ideal backdrop for your wedding. Check out this Rios Lovell Winery Wedding Planning Guide The Bridges Golf Club (San Ramon) The Bridges Golf Club is the ideal California location for a quiet wedding or a lavish celebration, with facilities that can accommodate 25–300 people. It offers magnificent views, a warm ambiance, and exceptional service.  Check out my planning guide for a Bridges Golf Club wedding Concannon Vineyard Concannon Vineyard in Livermore sits along the popular Tesla Rd, where it is hard to miss! They have a limited number of dates available for weddings so contact them sooner than later! Check out this planning guide for a Concannon Vineyard wedding The Club at Ruby Hill (Pleasanton) The Club at Ruby Hill offers award winning service and gorgeous green vistas for your wedding ceremony and reception. Rolling golf courses and picturesque vineyards form the backdrop outdoors, and beautiful hardwood and tile welcome you indoors. This is a sister company to Casa Real so you know with two locations, this is one of the best wedding venues in Livermore area. Elliston Vineyards (Sunol) Built-in 1890, this lovely wedding location is lovely as it presents an ideal location for an event to remember with its picturesque surroundings, stylish decor, and helpful staff.  Couples can savor richness and charm on their wedding day thanks to the venue’s historic surroundings. Check out my guide on Elliston Vineyards weddings for more info photo by Ian Chin Photography CONTACT ME TO DISCUSS LIVERMORE WEDDING PACKAGES Callippe Preserve (Pleasanton) Callippe Preserve in Pleasanton commands an incomparable view of the gently sloping hills and vineyards of northern California. The venue is set primarily outdoors against green lawns and white lawn chairs and an elegant arbor.  Check out this planning guide for a Callippe Preserve wedding Crow Canyon Country Club (Danville) Located within a gated community, this Danville wedding venue offers a lush golf course, perfect for wedding photos. When you enter the club’s stunning foyer, the high ceiling with its sparkling crystal chandelier first catches your attention. The club can accommodate up to 400 guests indoors and 300 outside. Retzlaff Vineyards Retzlaff Vineyards offers a limited booking season for weddings, since it offers outdoor spaces for

20 Best Los Angeles Venues for Weddings Ultimate Planning Guide to the 20 Best Los Angeles Venues for Weddings (with pricing and photos) Engaged and curious the best Los Angeles venues for weddings? Los Angeles is perhaps the most diverse and cosmopolitan city in the United States, combining urban bustle with natural beauty due to its excellent location. As the second largest city in the country, it also boasts a large variety of places to tie the knot. Let’s take a look at some of the best Los Angeles venues for weddings below. 1) Millwick Rental fee: Submit contact info for pricingCapacity : 170 guests A former livery converted into open-concept event space, here you’ll find 7,000 square feet between the indoor area and the courtyard. Adorned with brick, plants, and lighting, this is one of the more gorgeous wedding venues in Los Angeles to make for a beautiful backdrop for your wedding whether by day or night. 2) Vibiana Rental fee: Inquire for rates A piece of LA history, this was the main cathedral in Los Angeles for over 100 years. Today, it is a top tier wedding venue and performing arts center. Between the Garden Courtyard and Main Hall, there is great versatility for this space that has won many awards in recent years. With its award winning reputation, this is easily one of the best Los Angeles venues for weddings. 3) South Park Center Rental fee: Inquire for rates South Park Center is located in downtown LA and is one of the more stunning wedding venues in Los Angeles. While they have a number of spaces, the favorite by far has to be the City View Penthouse and Skydeck with jaw-dropping views of the LA skyline. If you are looking for venues for weddings in Los Angeles with a view, this is the place to be. 4) Madera Kitchen Rental fee: Starting at $2,825 Located in the heart of Hollywood, Madera Kitchen provides couples with a hip, bohemian vibe. The elegantly designed restaurant and event space can accommodate 200 guests seated or 400 cocktail style. If you want an easy all in one location, this is one of the trendier wedding venues in Los Angeles. 5) Hudson Loft Rental fee: Submit contact form for pricing Hudson Loft is one of the more iconic downtown Los Angeles venues for weddings. This beautiful building was built in the 1930s and provides a number of spaces with lofted ceilings and beautiful columns, perfect for your dream wedding and a great place for photos.  6) Shutters on the Beach (Santa Monica) Contact for pricing If you are wanting a beachfront wedding, Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica is sure to please. A Shutters on the Beach wedding includes use of the spa, beachfront guest rooms, and a wide variety of reception options. This is one of the more classic Los Angeles venues for weddings showing off the gorgeous beach views Southern California is known for. 7) Kim Sing Theatre Rental fee: Inquire for rates Also in downtown, this venue is billed as historic charm meeting modern architecture. It has been home to many events such as the MINI Cooper Launch and Katy Perry’s album launch. Needless to say, if you are looking for an iconic and memorable location, this is one of those venues for weddings in Los Angeles that is an easy choice.  All looks good? Which Los Angeles wedding venues do you like? CONTACT ME TO DISCUSS LOS ANGELES VENUES FOR WEDDINGS 8) Millennium Biltmore Rental fee: contact for pricing With many rooms available and capacities for up to 1,000 guests, this is one of the larger Los Angeles venues for weddings perfect for your grander weddings and celebrations with a touch of elegance. My personal favorite is the Crystal Ballroom with its hand-painted 30-foot ceiling and gorgeous balconies that is known for being the birthplace of the Oscar.  9) NoMad Hotel Rental fee: contact for pricing The NoMad Hotel is a popular hot spot in downtown LA with a lot of options for spaces. My personal favorite is the rooftop terrace with a pool, covered bar, and huge Mediterranean sculptures, making it one of the trendiest venues for weddings in Los Angeles in the middle of the city. 10) Taglyan Complex Rental fee: Submit contact info for quote  Located in Hollywood, this is one of those venues for weddings in Los Angeles that provides a mixture of ambiance and elegance. The Renaissance-inspired gardens filled with Italian cypresses are a beautiful backdrop for photos while the Grand Ballroom provides 5,000 feet of space with tear drop crystal chandeliers.  11) Braemar Country Club Packages: Starting at $8,500 This all-inclusive venue is committed to helping plan your wedding from start to finish including cakes, music, flowers, design, and everything else. If you are looking for a luxurious wedding, you’ll love the details that can be arranged including custom ice sculptures, custom table skirting, and expertly crafted menus, making this one of the more ideal Country Club venues for weddings in Los Angeles. 12) The Unique Space Rental fee: Submit contact info for pricing As the name would suggest, this is one of the most unique Los Angeles venues for weddings. With exposed brick walls, a rooftop patio, high wood-beamed ceilings, and a Parisian inspired marble bar, this is a photographers dream to get creative! CONTACT ME to see what magical portraits we can create! 13) Wayfarers Chapel (Rancho Palos Verdes) Rental fee: $2,900 – $3,900Deposit: $200 Known as the “Glass Church,” the Wayfarer’s Chapel is a beautiful setting for saying “I do.” Featuring architecture that expertly weaves together stone, glass, and wood, you’ll find this iconic place on the coast in the southwestern suburbs of LA. This is easily one of the more unique wedding venues in Los Angeles you will find. 14) The Majestic Rental fee: Inquire for ratesDeposit: 50% The Majestic is one of the more unique Los Angeles venues for weddings, much as the name would suggest. I particularly love the arched windows, marble pillars, and beautiful light fixtures. This is also one of the few venues that allows you to use your own vendors, although they offer in-house options